Meaning & Definition of word "Problem"

Problem

/ˈprɒbləm/

1. A matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful and needing to be dealt with and overcome.
- Example: The team faced a major problem when their primary supplier went out of business.
2. A question or difficulty that tests someone's ingenuity or resources.
- Example: The math teacher assigned a problem that challenged the students' critical thinking skills.
3. A puzzle, question, or problem to be solved.
- Example: The crossword puzzle presented a problem that took hours to complete.
4. A defect or difficulty in a product or service.
- Example: There was a problem with the new software that caused it to crash frequently.
5. An issue or challenge that causes distress or concern.
- Example: She discussed her financial problems with a trusted friend.

From Latin 'problematicus', from Greek 'problema', from 'proballo' (to throw forward).

a problem shared is a problem halved:

Distributing the burden of a problem often makes it easier to handle.

no problem:

A phrase used to indicate that something is not an issue or that there is no trouble.

to be in a difficult spot:

To be in a troublesome situation that is hard to resolve.

solution:

A means of solving a problem or dealing with a difficult situation.

challenge:

A task or situation that tests someone's abilities.

Meaning: That's a tough nut to crack

Example Sentence: Figuring out his motives is a tough nut to crack.

Meaning: We've got a situation

Example Sentence: We've got a situation here that needs immediate attention.